Monday, May 19 - Restore Americorps Funding / Indivisible Edgewater Launch 5/20 / Stand Up with Trans Up Front 5/20
Partner Action: Restore Americorps Funding
On April 16, Elon Musk’s DOGE moved to illegally dismantle AmeriCorps’ National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC), an agency created by Congress. The program deploys 2,000 young volunteers for 10-month terms to aid communities affected by natural disasters like tornadoes, floods, Hurricane Helene, and the LA wildfires.
Volunteers work with local organizations on projects related to education, housing, land conservation, and disaster relief. Most agency personnel were placed on leave, and volunteers were dismissed without notice.
The closure endangers disaster relief efforts and underserved communities. On April 25, nearly $400 million in grants were abruptly terminated, shuttering over 1,000 programs nationwide. A coalition of states is now suing, asserting these cuts are illegal.
👉 Call on Congress to demand the restoration of staff and funding to this vital agency of deeply humanitarian workers.
Contact Senator Durbin at 312-353-4952 or at other numbers listed here
Contact Senator Duckworth at 312-886-3506 or at other numbers listed here
Script: Hi, my name is [NAME] and I’m a constituent from [CITY, ZIP]. I’m calling on [REP/SEN NAME] to support legislation to restore funding and staff for AmeriCorps programs. Cuts to their vital disaster relief and community-building work harms Americans whose homes, livelihoods, and health have already been subjected to harm. It is critical we allow this agency's lifesaving work to resume immediately.
Action via 5Calls
ICA Action: Indivisible Edgewater Chapter Launch TOMORROW
Find your political home in Edgewater! This is the first in-person meeting of Indivisible Edgewater, a new chapter of Indivisible Chicago Alliance. This chapter will join the city and nationwide movement working to defeat the MAGA agenda, rebuild democracy from the ground up, and elect genuinely progressive leaders.
We’re neighbors who believe Edgewater needs a space for progressives to gather, organize, and take action. Whether you're from Edgewater or nearby in Uptown, Rogers Park, or Andersonville—you’re welcome here.
Come meet like-minded neighbors, share the issues you care most about, and join the movement to save our democracy.
👉 Join us Tuesday, May 20 from 7:00-8:30pm at the Broadway Armory, 5917 N Broadway.
Action via Indivisible Edgewater
Partner Action: Stand Up with Trans Up Front TOMORROW
Join us for an empowering and educational workshop led by Asher McMaher, Executive Director of Trans Up Front IL, dedicated to learning how to be a strong advocate for transgender and gender non-conforming (TGNC) students.
Whether you're an educator, student, parent, or ally, this event will equip you with the tools to stand up and speak out with confidence and compassion. Through interactive sessions and expert guidance, you’ll explore:
Current legal protections for Illinois schools and how they impact TGNC youth in schools and beyond
Strategies to build inclusive communities that uplift and support TGNC individuals
Real-world advocacy skills and active allyship to challenge injustice and promote equity in your circles.
Best practices in public speaking to effectively share your message and inspire change
Let’s work together to create safer, more affirming spaces where every student is seen, heard, and respected. No experience needed, just a commitment to learning and supporting our TGNC communities.
👉 Join the virtual session TOMORROW, Tuesday, May 19 at 7 p.m.
Action via Trans Up Front IL
While some of these Daily Actions come from our own work as Indivisible Chicago Alliance, others are from our many partners working to advance the progressive agenda. We invite you to join us in supporting their work. Postings from partners do not imply Indivisible Chicago Alliance endorsement of specific policies and positions.
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